Alien vs Predator 2 (AVP2) is the long-awaited sequel to the intense and thrilling spectacle that was Alien vs Predator. If the first game didn't have you jumping with fear, the second is sure to give you that fright. You've just got be strong enough to venture into depths of space once more.Like the first version, AVP2 plays on the relationships of alien, predator and marine and their very different goals, but unlike the original, it appears there will be an additional three characters to turn your hand to.The single-player game still looks as fast, scary and merciless. The formula of having three sets of missions from the different species' point of view is still present. While battling through, 21 new single-player levels are still as tough and gruelling as before.The original was sometimes criticised for its approach to multiplayer gaming. This was only really addressed when the publishers released a gold edition. Here however, there is an abundance of levels--12 to be exact--and they include the usual array of Deathmatch, Species Team Maps and Capture the Flag, as well as the choice of 10 different characters.With improved weaponry and fighting style--the alien still hasn't got any weapons--the gameplay looks set to be as good as if not better than the original. Couple this with what appears to be impressive graphics and sound--the motion detector bleeps still get you--and you could be in for the one of the biggest games on your PC. --Jason Denwood

Features:Play as Alien, Predator, or a Colonial Marine-each armed with unique new weapons and abilities 21 intense single player missions set in 3 interlocking story lines Play as 1 of 10 characters in 12 multiplayer levels including Species Team Maps and Deathmatch Game types include Survivor, Deathmatch, Team Deathmatch, and Hunt New highly detailed environments including LV1201 landscapes 32-bit animated light mapping for phenomenal effects Advanced game engine using LithTech Development System Players of the original Aliens versus Predator™ will thrill at the discovery of powerful new abilities for each species